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Family

Raising kids in a minimalist home is possible—and even peaceful. This category shares tips for simplifying life with children, from decluttering toys and creating calm spaces to building routines and teaching mindful habits.

Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or caregiver, you’ll find practical advice and encouraging stories to help you create a home that supports your values and your family. Less chaos, more connection.

18 Clutter-Free Gift Ideas for TeensFamilyGifts

18 Clutter-Free Gift Ideas for Teens

Another installment in my gift-giving series! Teenagers can often be difficult to gift to and when…
08/04/20146 min
18 Clutter-Free Gifts for Expectant ParentsFamilyGifts

18 Clutter-Free Gifts for Expectant Parents

My 18 Non-Toy Gifts for Children post has been such a huge hit! Evidence that most…
07/25/20145 min
18 Non-Toy Gifts for ChildrenFamilyGiftsHolidaysMinimalism

18 Non-Toy Gifts for Children

All of us that have children have too many toys scattered throughout the house. No…
07/16/20147 min
Functional Baby Room: Minimalist Nursery EssentialsFamilyMinimalism

Functional Baby Room: Minimalist Nursery Essentials

Having a baby is such a time of joy. Even from the very beginning, we…
06/13/20147 min
Hand-Me-Downs: Are They Worth It? A Reader QuestionFamily

Hand-Me-Downs: Are They Worth It? A Reader Question

 Question: Are hand-me-downs worth it? I bought my oldest boy a new pair of jeans…
02/20/20142 min
Real Food Candy Canes: A Healthy Holiday TreatFamilyHolidays

Real Food Candy Canes: A Healthy Holiday Treat

Real Food Candy Canes are a perfect real food treat for the kiddos during the…
11/10/20132 min
Grinch KabobsFamilyHolidays

Grinch Kabobs

How about throwing together some simple Grinch kabobs for your next holiday get-together? These adorable…
11/07/20132 min
red eggs
Red Eggs for Greek EasterFamilyHolidays

Red Eggs for Greek Easter

My older 3 boys have a Greek heritage and I love so many of the…
03/27/20132 min